High School Special Education Teacher – Student-Centered

Pleasantville Community School District; Pleasantville (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

Job summary

A progressive school district is seeking a Secondary Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will prioritize student-centered learning and work collaboratively with colleagues. A valid Iowa teaching license with an endorsement in 5-12 Instructional Strategist I is required. This position is primarily focused on high school education, with the potential for some junior high instruction. Competitive pay and excellent benefits are offered in a supportive community environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Iowa teaching license with endorsement in 5-12 Instructional Strategist I.
• Instructional Strategist II endorsement preferred.
• Strong collaborative skills and a commitment to student success.

Responsibilities

• Teach high school courses and potentially junior high instructional time.
• Engage with students in a supportive and collaborative learning environment.
• Contribute to a progressive school district focusing on student development.

Skills

Student-centered approach

Collaboration with colleagues

Desire to learn and grow

Education

Valid Iowa teaching license

Endorsement in 5-12 Instructional Strategist I

Job description

Pleasantville Community School District seeks to fill the following anticipated vacancy for the 2026-2027school year:

Secondary Special Education Teacher Strat I

Pleasantville High School is in search of a highly qualified candidate who is student-centered, values collaboration with colleagues, and has a strong desire to learn and grow as an educator.

This position is primarily high school but may include some junior high instructional time.

Qualified candidates should hold a valid Iowa teaching license with an endorsement in 5-12 Instructional Strategist Ior have the ability to acquire necessary endorsement. Instructional Strategist II is preferred but not required.

Pleasantville offers the close-knit, community feel of a smaller town, with the benefit of being just 25 minutes from downtown Des Moines. Join a great staff, students, and supportive community at a progressive school district. This position offers competitive pay and excellent benefits. The school district serves approximately 850 students PK-12.

The position will remain open until filled. Pleasantville CSD is an EOE/AA employer.

External candidates can find application materials on the Pleasantville CSD District Website or at theTeach Iowa website at https://iowa.schoolspring.com/.

Internal applicants mayapply using the Internal Application Procedures.

Please direct questions for this vacancy to:

Principal, Gary Friday

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